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In a significant turn of events, OpenAI witnessed a major leadership shakeup on Friday as Sam Altman, a prominent figure in the realm of generative AI, was ousted by the company's board, triggering reverberations throughout the tech landscape.
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In an unexpected development, Altman, alongside former President Greg Brockman, reconvened with executives at OpenAI's San Francisco headquarters on Sunday. Interim CEO Mira Murati's invitation to Altman has sparked speculation regarding potential discussions about his reinstatement within the company, particularly in the context of the innovative ChatGPT bot. Simultaneously, Altman is contemplating the launch of a new AI venture, as per reports from Reuters.
first and last time i ever wear one of these pic.twitter.com/u3iKwyWj0a
— Sam Altman (@sama) November 19, 2023
OpenAI, when approached by Reuters for comment on The Information's report, maintained a guarded stance, refraining from divulging specific details.
Altman, expressing his sentiments on the messaging platform X, shared a photograph donning an OpenAI guest badge with the caption: "First and last time I ever wear one of these." The sudden departure of Altman has generated discontent among the current and former employee base, eliciting concerns about the potential ramifications on an imminent $86 billion share sale.
Notably, Greg Brockman, OpenAI's former President and co-founder, made an appearance at the office on Sunday, a development reported by The Information. Having resigned from the board as chairman during the recent management reshuffle, Brockman officially parted ways with the company on Friday.
Should Altman choose to reengage with OpenAI, Microsoft, a pivotal supporter, is reportedly considering a role on the board, according to sources cited by The Information on Sunday. The contemplated role could encompass either securing a seat on the board of directors or assuming the position of a board observer sans voting privileges.
This unforeseen turn of events introduces an element of intrigue into OpenAI's future trajectory, influencing potential collaborations with its influential backers, notably Microsoft.
